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Access Search, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer

Access Search, Inc., Schaumburg, Illinois, us, 60159

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Access Search, Inc. Are you the kind of engineer who thrives at the intersection of

hands-on coding, architecture, and leadership ? Do you enjoy building scalable systems, guiding teams, and setting the gold standard for how APIs and microservices should be designed and delivered? If so, we’re looking for you. About the Role

We’re seeking a seasoned

Principal Engineer / Software Architect

to lead the charge on high-impact API and microservices development. This is a chance to work on greenfield initiatives and enterprise-level systems while shaping the engineering culture and standards that others will follow. You’ll be part of an

Agile/Scrum team

where you’ll: Lead by example in

Java and Spring Boot

development. Architect, design, and implement secure, reusable, and scalable APIs and microservices. Mentor and coach developers, removing blockers and raising the bar for quality. Collaborate closely with product owners and stakeholders to deliver solutions that perform under load and scale with demand. Champion

DevSecOps practices , automation, and continuous improvement. Build frameworks, reusable components, and design APIs that empower other teams across the enterprise. What You Bring

12+ years in IT, with deep experience building and scaling enterprise applications. 8+ years in

Java backend development

with expertise in

Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Gradle . 5+ years as a

technical lead , guiding scrum teams of 5+ developers. Hands-on experience with

cloud platforms (AWS preferred)

and modern API-led architectures. Strong background in

databases (SQL/NoSQL) , messaging platforms (IBM MQ, NATS), and enterprise integrations. Familiarity with API management platforms, security (OAuth2.0, OIDC), and specifications (RAML, Swagger/OpenAPI). Solid understanding of

CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps , and automation best practices. Bonus: Exposure to healthcare data formats (HL7), Netflix Conductor/Orkes, or legacy system integrations. Why You’ll Love It Here

High autonomy and influence—you’ll shape

architecture, standards, and best practices

that impact the entire organization. A culture that values

innovation, mentorship, and continuous learning . Work with

cutting-edge open-source technologies

and cloud-native platforms. Competitive compensation and the chance to make a real impact on enterprise-level systems. This is not a maintenance role. This is a

builder’s role —for someone who wants to

architect the future, code alongside the team, and leave a legacy of world-class engineering standards. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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